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Mashpee Public Library <br /> Safe Child Policy <br /> The Mashpee Public Library welcomes the use of its facilities by children of all ages. Our <br /> services and programs are offered to make the library enticing to children,'to encourage <br /> them to visit the library and to develop a love of books,reading and libraries. <br /> Busy public buildings are not secure places for children to be left alone. responsibility <br /> for the welfare and the behavior of children using the library rests with the parent, <br /> guardian or an assigned chaperone. Library staff cannot assume responsibility for <br /> children's safety and comfort when they are unattended. <br /> The Library Board of Trustees asserts that it is the parents' responsibility to provide <br /> childcare. The purpose of this policy is to inform parents and guardians that the Library <br /> does not assume responsibility for the safety of their children, and to provide the <br /> guidelines used by staff to ensure the proper level of supervision. <br /> Levels of supervision required: <br /> Children age five and under.must always be in close proximity and within sight <br /> of the adult responsible for their safety. <br /> Children under the age of ten must be supervised by a parent or adult caregiver, <br /> t all tines while ire the library. <br /> * Children ten and older may be left unattended, providing they are mature <br /> enough to follow library rules and observe proper conduct. <br /> 0 Children of any age with mental, physical or emotional challenges which <br /> affect decision-making skills or render supervision necessary, must be <br /> accompanied by a parent or caregiver at all times. <br />